2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 117 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Jazz | Pony |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |